The news was confirmed by Kensington Palace this morning amid growing speculation in recent weeks that Meghan was trying to hide a blossoming baby bump at recent appearances.

Sharing the news on Twitter, Kensington Palace wrote: "Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are very pleased to announce that The Duchess of Sussex is expecting a baby in the Spring of 2019.

"Their Royal Highnesses have appreciated all of the support they have received from people around the world since their wedding in May and are delighted to be able to share this happy news with the public.

(Image: Twitter / Kensington Palace)

At Princess Eugenie's wedding on Friday, Meghan's outfit choice also had everyone talking with royal watchers convinced Meghan's draped outfit and coat, meant she was hiding something.

One royal fan even called it on Twitter that she would announce her news once the royal tour kicked off, writing: "At least four months, with the style of the outfit, colour and her lil bump! Announcement + first photos, WILL BE in Australia. She will not announce her good news, until the honeymoon period has commenced."

WINDSOR, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 12: Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex arrive ahead of the wedding of Princess Eugenie of York to Jack Brooksbank at Windsor Castle on October 12, 2018 in Windsor, England. (Photo by Jonathan Brady - WPA Pool/Getty Images)

Recent royal body language expert admitted she believed Meghan was pregnant by a few key signs, revealing: "1. The heels might go. Meghan is a lover of killer heels but these could well be deemed to precarious, meaning a sudden preference for kitten heels or even sensible flats.

"2. The mum might move closer. Doria has already arrived in the UK and should show signs of nesting near her daughter who lacks the comfort and support of her own birth family in the UK."